Celebrating the life of Thomas Leroy Willard

Be the first to share your favorite memory, photo or story of
Thomas.
This memorial page is dedicated for family, friends and future generations to celebrate
the life of their loved one.

We ask on behalf of the family that you keep your comments uplifting and appropriate
to help all who come here to find comfort and healing.

Obituary for Thomas Leroy Willard

Thomas Leroy Willard, age 76, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018, at his home. He was born October 11, 1941, in Ft. Scott, the son of Elzy Leroy “Jack” Willard and Rowena Louise Maynard Willard. Thomas attended Ft. Scott Schools and later worked in maintenance for the Western Insurance Company which later became American States Insurance Company. He retired after over forty years of service. He married Roma Mae Harris on November 16, 1962, at Ft. Scott. In earlier years, he enjoyed photography, classic cars, woodworking and barbequing. He attended Mt. Olive Church of God in Christ.

He is survived by his children, LaShawn Anita Noel and husband, Tracy, of Pittsburg, Kansas, Douglas Lee (Cheney) Willard and Sahaun Timogen Willard, all of Ft. Scott; three grandchildren, Cire Miller of Pittsburg, and Cannon and Quinn Willard, both of Raleigh, North Carolina. Also surviving is a sister, Jacqueline Drake, of Ft. Scott and several nieces, nephews and cousins. His wife, Roma, preceded him in death on February 28, 2008.

There was cremation. Pastor Daryl Gaddy will conduct a memorial service at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 27th at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Thomas Leroy Willard, please visit our
Tribute Store.